IBM 19K1280 2Gb/s Fibre Channel Short Wave SFP Module

Product Description

The IBM 19K1280 is a high-performance Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) module engineered for Fibre Channel networks operating at 2 Gigabits per second (Gb/s). This transceiver employs short-wave optics, making it ideal for establishing high-speed data links over relatively short distances, typically within a data center or between adjacent network closets. Its SFP form factor ensures compatibility with a wide range of networking equipment, including Fibre Channel switches, routers, and host bus adapters (HBAs), and allows for easy, hot-swappable installation without the need to power down the system. As a critical component in Storage Area Networks (SANs), the 19K1280 facilitates efficient and reliable communication between servers and storage devices. The 2Gb/s speed provides substantial bandwidth for demanding storage applications, ensuring low latency and high throughput for critical data operations. The short-wave optical technology typically uses LEDs or VCSELs (Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Lasers) and is designed to operate over multi-mode fiber optic cables, which are generally less expensive and easier to handle than single-mode cables, further contributing to cost-effectiveness for shorter runs. This IBM transceiver is built to meet the rigorous demands of enterprise storage environments, offering robust performance and signal integrity. Its role is to convert electrical signals from the host device into optical signals for transmission over the fiber optic cable and to convert incoming optical signals back into electrical signals for the receiving device. The reliability and speed offered by the 19K1280 make it a suitable choice for environments requiring dependable and fast access to shared storage resources, underpinning the performance of critical business applications.